Business Development Support Manager

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and has been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation we are redefining the boundaries of possibility continuously setting new standards for efficiency sustainability and excellence.

At Maersk we believe in the power of diversity collaboration and continuous learning. We work hard to ensure that the people in our organisation reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve.

With over 100000 employees across 130 countries we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together lets sail towards a brighter more sustainable future with Maersk.

Are you a motivated organised individual seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity in a fast-paced commercial environment

Would you enjoy being part of a dedicated team that helps drive business growth support strategic customer opportunities and position Maersk as a market leader through innovative branding and marketing initiatives

If youre looking for a role that combines business development market intelligence content creation and commercial support then wed love to hear from you.

As a Business Development Support Manager you will play a critical role in supporting our commercial growth ambitions providing end-to-end bid support market analysis branding activities and marketing content that helps differentiate Maersk in the marketplace.

Key responsibilities include:

• Complete research projects into customers sectors market trends and growth opportunities supporting the strategic agenda and preparing the team to win.
• Manage end-to-end internal sales and governance processes from initial opportunity identification through to customer contracting.
• Support Business Development Managers throughout the sales lifecycle ensuring opportunities progress efficiently and effectively.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to gather information develop solutions and complete customer proposals and tender submissions.
• Lead the completion and maintenance of commercial systems including Salesforce Investment Proposals account plans and opportunity tracking.
• Support customer retention activities sales-led renewals and strategic growth initiatives.

• Support the development and execution of branding initiatives that strengthen Maersks market presence and customer value proposition.
• Create engaging content for internal and external communication channels including social media customer presentations case studies newsletters and marketing campaigns.
• Collaborate with Marketing Communications Sales and Operations teams to develop targeted campaigns that generate awareness and support business growth.
• Maintain and update business development collateral ensuring all customer-facing materials align with Maersk brand guidelines.
• Promote customer success stories service innovations industry insights and key business achievements through digital and social media channels.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of customer events industry exhibitions networking opportunities and business development activities.
• Monitor competitor activity market trends and industry developments providing insights to support commercial strategy and decision-making.

• Develop high-quality presentations proposals and commercial documents to support customer engagements.
• Produce compelling content that enhances customer engagement and supports lead generation activities.
• Ensure consistency of messaging across all communication channels and customer interactions.
• Support thought leadership activities through content creation and market-focused communications.

• Minimum 2 years operational experience within Contract Logistics.
• Supply Chain experience.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel PowerPoint and Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive proactive and solution-focused attitude.

• Experience in a customer-facing role.
• Business Development or Sales experience.
• Experience creating business content presentations or marketing materials.
• Understanding of social media platforms and digital marketing principles.
• Experience supporting branding communications or marketing initiatives.
• Knowledge of Salesforce or similar CRM platforms.

At Maersk youll be part of a global organisation committed to developing talent fostering innovation and creating opportunities for career growth. Youll work alongside passionate colleagues who are shaping the future of logistics while making a meaningful impact on customers around the world.

This is a site-based role and can be located at any of our UK Contract Logistics sites including:

• East Midlands Gateway
• Doncaster
• Tamworth

Travel to other Maersk locations may be required on occasion.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race colour gender sex age religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy or parental leave veteran status gender identity genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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